YouTube sensation turned pugilist Jake Paul has set his sights on boxing glory at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, inspired by the disappointing performance of American boxers in Paris.
Jake Paul, the polarizing YouTuber-turned-boxer, has announced his bold ambition to represent the United States in boxing at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. This audacious declaration comes after Team USA's dismal performance at the Paris Olympics, where they managed just one bronze medal.
Paul, 27, has garnered significant attention in the boxing world despite his limited experience. As a cruiserweight, he boasts an undefeated record of 6-0, including a technical knockout victory over former UFC fighter Mike Perry. However, his wins have generally been against lesser-known opponents.
Jake Paul Sets Olympic Goal: Gold Medal in 2028 Los Angeles Games
Nonetheless, Paul is adamant about his Olympic aspirations. In an interview with Betr, he stated, "I'm going to enter the 2028 Olympics for boxing in Los Angeles. I'm sick and tired of waiting around and waiting for a gold for Team USA."
His decision was partly motivated by his disappointment with the American boxers' performance in Paris. "I was excited for the Olympics," Paul remarked. "I thought Team USA was going to do great. And then, I watched, and I was shocked... I was very disappointed."
Jake Paul Sets Olympic Goal: Gold Medal in 2028 Los Angeles Games
Paul's Olympic pursuit is a challenging endeavor, given that he will be 31 years old by the time the 2028 Games take place. However, he remains undeterred, expressing his commitment to continue competing. "Not retiring," Paul asserted. "I definitely probably just added a couple more years onto my boxing career."
Prior to his Olympic aspirations, Paul has a highly anticipated bout scheduled against boxing legend Mike Tyson. Originally slated for July, the fight was postponed due to Tyson's health issues. Paul maintains that he will be prepared for the rescheduled November clash at AT&T Stadium.
Jake Paul Sets Olympic Goal: Gold Medal in 2028 Los Angeles Games
"I want Mike to be healthy," Paul emphasized. "And he still says he's going to knock me out and that I bought myself some time. So, Mike is still talking s--- over there."
Paul's Olympic ambitions have been met with mixed reactions. Some question his sincerity, while others acknowledge his determination and suggest that he could potentially qualify for the Games. Time will tell if the YouTuber-turned-boxer can translate his bravado into Olympic success.
In the meantime, Paul will continue to focus on his professional boxing career. With a possible victory over Tyson looming, he aims to prove his mettle and bolster his credentials ahead of his Olympic bid in 2028.
